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davek

Posted 2/1/2006 12:47 AM (#175044)
Subject: newbie to painting

ok after reading what everyone thinks of paints, epoxies... and what not... im more confused than ever... but this is my plan

i was going to paint some believer blanks, and a few other plastic blanks, with createx airbrush paint, then wondering what the best top coat would be for that... i was thinking envirotex lite...

another question... should i cover the paint with something before top coating it... so the paints don't run?

and i would like to say... im so glad this site is here for everyone, this is the best lure making forum around... Thank you

theedz155

Posted 2/1/2006 5:24 AM (#175055 - in reply to #175044)
Subject: RE: newbie to painting

Posts: 1438

If you wait for the baits to dry completely, I usually wait at least 24 hours, you should be able to Etex it without worrying about the paint running. I use the same combination and have had no problems yet.

As far as what clearcoat? That's up to you. I have used the Etex for about 2 years now and haven't had a problem with anything that I've painted. But, the Etex is a high build and weighs a lot more than the spray on type clearcoats. On smaller baits, the extra weight of the Etex could make a difference in the action. I'd try doing 1 first and see if you like the action of the bait. If all is OK with you then do the rest. If you don't like the results, It's easier to strip and repaint one than 6.

Scott

Beaver

Posted 2/1/2006 8:12 AM (#175075 - in reply to #175044)
Subject: RE: newbie to painting

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I've done some Believers, and I don't think that you want to use Envirotex for a top coat. It is too thick for a lure of that type.
I used Envirotex spray-on, and was very happy with the durability. I must admit that I screwed up the first one by applying too much in one coat, but if you apply a few light coats, you get a hard finish that doesn't build up like a 2-part epoxy.
There are other spray on epoxies out there. Find one that is compatable with your paint, and make sure that you clean the hell out of your air brush when you're done applying it. I know Moores Lures sells a spray-on, 2-part that works well out of a brush, but you better have lots of thinner.
Take it from someone who's tried it

E-Tex in a can is nice, but it's up to you as far as how many you have and how much you want to spend.
Hell, in the beginning when I was doing walleye lures, I used laquer in a can that was made to go over automotive paint and it worked great. I just don't know what it would do to plastic or your paint.
Easiest thing is to contact Createx and tell them what you are doing, what you are using, and ask what they would recommend.
Always error on the cautious side. I have a 5-gallon bucket full of "tests" from when I didn't.
Beav

Edited by Beaver 2/1/2006 8:14 AM

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